flying tackle
sports A tackle in which one's feet leave the air as they lunge at the ball carrier, as in rugby or American football. Oh, ouch, Thompson takes out Miller with a hard flying tackle. And they manage to cause a fumble, thanks to that great flying tackle! I'm very happy playing a non-contact sport, thank you very much. I never want to be hit with a flying tackle!
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